Lt Cdr Rishi Babu (Retd)

Experience

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  Elite Foods & Innovations Pvt Ltd.

  Oct 2011 - May 2012

  Management Trainee
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  Indian Navy

  Jun 2012 - Apr 2016

  Lead a team of 30 technical professionals focused on propulsion system, PGD, Navigation, Weaponsystem, safety and damage control. Ensured optimal performance of machinery ensuring operational readiness. Framed annual capital budgets, invoice review and approvals. Steered IT and Information Security audits. Engaged in military training, handling of arms and ammunition, finding solutions in ambiguoussituations. OJT on marine electrical systems including managing and commanding the men. Training to tackle NBCD emergency including Fire Fighting and Damage Control.

  • Watch Keeping Officer

    Jun 2014 - Apr 2016

  • Probation Officer

    Jun 2012 - Jun 2014
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  Indian Navy

  Jun 2016 - Jun 2022

  Ensured maintenance and availability of electrical and weapon system towards ensuring operational availability of the platform. Ensured timely health audit and availability of spares towards minimizing downtime. # Lead a team of 60 technical professionals focused on propulsion system, PGD, Navigation, Weaponsystem, safety and damage control. Ensured 100% operational commitments with effective planning and reduced equipment breakdown. Ensured Damage Control safety of men, material and ship. Established effective inventory control and forecasting Show less Steered high profile submarine construction project within stringent timelines involving multiple stakeholders with an approximate combined budget of 23000 Cr with emphasis on Indigenization and localization resulting in cost savings. Navigated effective contract negotiations, project planning, forecasting & supply chain management. Fostered relationship with OEMs/ Vendors to enhance positive working relationship and enhancing vendor rationalization. Efficient mediation for multi-crore MoU between Indian Navy and CPSU. Show less

  • Senior Trials Officer

    Apr 2020 - Jun 2022

  • Dy Electrical Officer

    Sept 2018 - Apr 2020

  • Project Coordinator

    Jun 2016 - Sept 2018
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  Hindustan Shipyard Limited - India

  Aug 2022 - Oct 2022

  Manager Electrical and Weapons
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  Ohmium

  Nov 2022 - now

  • Associate Director, Testing Operations

    May 2024 - now

  • Senior Manager, Testing Operations

    Feb 2024 - May 2024

  • Senior Manager System Testing

    Nov 2022 - Feb 2024